Announcements Archive

​Citadel Middle School presents Bugsy Malone Jr.! Wednesday, June 6th or Thursday, June 7th, 2018 MPX 7:00 (doors open at 6:45pm) Tickets can be purchased on https://sd43.schoolcashonline.com or from the Citadel office.

​Believe it or not, we are getting close to June and that means it's time to plan our annual Staff Appreciation Luncheon at Citadel Middle School. The Staff Luncheon is a way for all parents to say a big "thank you" to teachers, administration and support staff for all of their...

Science Expo Edging towards Deadline Local kids and teens can celebrate the spirit of innovation at Coquitlam Public Library's third annual Science Expo on Thursday, May 10, 2018 . The Expo invites Tri-Cities students – working on their own, or in pairs – to present a project in one of four...

Winter Weather Ahead! Schools are not routinely closed due to snow or other inclement weather conditions. All schools in School District 43 (Coquitlam) will remain OPEN, if at all possible, during winter weather, including snowfall. However, on occasion, a district-wide or partial-district closure is required due to extreme weather. Partial-district closures...

The Citadel PAC is happy to begin offering The Lunch Lady hot lunch options for students and staff beginning, once per month, with the first hot lunch day on Tuesday, January 16th . The Lunch Lady offers a number of options that are all in accordance with the district's health guidelines. ...

Summer is in full swing and if you're looking for something to sink your teeth into, check out our Student Handbook, our Code of Conduct or our Action Plan for Learning documents! The first two links are on the main page (bottom right) and the Action Plan for Learning (APL) is...

​Recently, Telus and SD43 came together with a contest. Students entered their artwork on the theme of community and Canada's 150th birthday! Two students from Citadel earned top honours and you can see their artwork on the boxes in our own community! Bonita Shao's "Canada Livin Life" is on Citadel Drive...

Please join us for a special Parent Presentation, supported by our middle schools and the Scott Creek PAC, on Thursday, April 20 at 7:00 in the Scott Creek Gym. We will be bringing a special guest speaker - Andy Thibodeau to present to parents: "Laughing and Learning! The Power of Parenthood"...

April 4 th (2:00pm to 6:30pm) April 5 th (2:00pm to 4:00pm)​ Report cards will be sent home on March 31 st .
To learn more about your child’s progress and how s/he is constructing and
reconstructing knowledge, please
come to our April 4 th or April 5 th Communicating Student...

​This is a final call out to purchase your own copy of Citadel's 2016-2017 yearbook. Staff and students have been hard at work to ensure this year's book captures the multitude of events and memories that are unique to this year. Please visit: www.jostensyearbooks.com . For more information, contact Ms Jung...

​Students are reminded to arrange transportation to/from their tour of the high school in their catchment area, which is on Friday, January 27. Students in Riverside's catchment who are not going in the morning for Honours Exams will be transported from Citadel to Riverside at 11:20 on the Riverside Bus. Those students...

Our 3rd annual pancake breakfast is this Tuesday, December 13th from 7:50-8:50 a.m. Please bring your own plate, fork and cup along with a food or monetary donation to support our local families in need. Be sure to stop in for a photo with Santa! Thanks to our parents for...

This information evening is especially for parents whose children with intellectual or developmental disabilities will begin Secondary School in September, 2017. January 25, 2017 6:30-8:30pm The Gallery Room, Winslow Centre 1100 Winslow Avenue, Coquitlam

​Unfortunately this morning the SD43 website went down for a short period of time. SD43 takes a multiple integrated communications approach during emergency and inclement weather situations to provide additional communications channels to ensure our messages get out. In these situations other communications channels for students, parents and staff to monitor...

Dear Parents/Guardians, The weather forecast for tomorrow afternoon through Friday is for snow. Please check the district website or our school site for information about school closures. A decision will be made before 6:30am and it will be on the website by 6:30am. Your children's safety is a family decision and...

​ CITADEL EVENING WINTER MUSIC CONCERT POSTPONED! The winter music concert scheduled for Thursday, December 8th, 2016 EVENING PERFORMANCE has been postponed. TO BE RESCHEDULED IN JANUARY, 2017 – DATE TBA

Back in October, we posted a note about the School District's protocol for school closures due to inclement weather. Please take some time again, to review the protocol for such situations so that our community is prepared to be flexible as the weather turns colder with ample moisture in the air...

International Baccalaureate Program Information Meeting for Grade 8 Students and Their Parents Wednesday, January 4 th or Thursday, January 5 th , 2017 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Port Moody Secondary School Students interested in entering the IB Program for talented and highly motivated students should attend one of these meetings...

Citadel PAC is pleased to announce that Jesse Miller, of Mediated Reality, will be returning to Citadel on November 29th to dialogue with students about social media safety and digital citizenship. He will also present to our Citadel community at 7pm on November 29 th . We hope you will be...

​Parenting in the 21st century - not the way mom and dad did it. Thursday, November 24th, 2016 6:30-8:30pm Terry Fox Theatre Register at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/understanding-gaming-addictions-in-your-kids-tickets-28584163001

This year, all teachers and staff are involved with integrating the newly revised curriculum into all areas of academics with students. All students and parents are encouraged to browse the B.C. MInistry of Education's website for information about what has changed about the way students are being asked to learn and...

Back in October, we posted a note about the School District's protocol for school closures due to inclement weather. Please take some time again, to review the protocol for such situations so that our community is prepared to be flexible as the weather turns colder with ample moisture in the air...

Please call the office at 604 945 6187 to book an appointment on either Wednesday, October 19th 2:00-6:30 p.m. or on Thursday, October 20th from 2-4 p.m. Take this opportunity to meet your child's core teacher and take part in our first informal reporting session of the year. "Come See My Learning" is...

​Southside Family of Schools Parent Education is proud to present Screenagers - Growing up in the digital age Thursday, November 3, 2016 6:45-8:30pm Riverside Secondary School $8 percouple/$5 per single See attached flyer.

​Our first PAC meeting of the year happens tonight, Monday, September 12th at 7pm in the school library. We would love to see you there! Please join us to see what is happening in the school, meet our school administration and have a voice in your child's school year. Everyone is...

Welcome back!We hope our families all had a memory filled summer vacation and are ready to return to routines and learning! Students only attend school from 9:00-9:45am on Tuesday, September 6, 2016. Wednesday, September 7, 2016 is the first full day of school. Students will need a snack and lunch starting...

If your child is unable to pick up his or her report card, reports will be available at the office after noon on Wednesday, June 29th until July 8th. Alternatively, a self-addressed envelop large enough to fit letter sized paper without folding it, is required. Extra postage is likely required. Thank...

​Tickets are now on sale at lunch outside the library, and online by clicking on "online payments" from our Citadel website. We have two 7pm performances on June 8th and June 9th-get your tickets now and support your hard working and talented friends! Parents, family and friends are welcome to attend...

Parents, please read the attached document carefully as it pertains to the Emergency Release Drill we have planned for Wednesday, May 4 at 1:30 p.m. Only students with completed Emergency Release information on file will be released if the caregiver (with photo ID) named on file is present to pick up...

The power was restored in the early afternoon today and students were welcomed back to school. Friday will be a full day of school as Citadel Middle is open again. Thank you to our school community for working together with us to ensure our students' safety during the power outage.
All...

Cedar Drive Elementary, Castle Park Elementary, Irvine Elementary and Citadel Middle are currently without power and have compromised lighting. As a result, students will be dismissed to parents or with parent permission. The school will support students that are unable to leave the school safety. We do not know at this...

Grade 8 Leaving Celebration Fundraiser!
Clothing Drive - One Day Drop off
Thursday, February 25th - 7:30 - 9:00am
It's so easy - just drive through & drop off. We will help you unload! See attached notice for details.

Attention Citadel Middle School Parents!
We will be having 21 student and 4 teacher guests from our sister school in China arriving on February 13th. Harmony Homestay is looking for homes for these students to stay in during their time here. The dates are February 13 - 21st , double occupancy...

This is your FINAL chance to order a yearbook for $50 at school!
Unless you have ordered a book online or placed an order form in the office in the last 3 weeks, you have NOT ordered a yearbook this year. Previous years yearbooks were ordered at the beginning of the...

Please find attached a letter from Superintendent Patricia Gartland about the BC Ministry of Education's Foundation Skills Assessment for grade 7 students only. There is a link for parents who would like more information as well as information for parents about how to exempt your child from the FSA Survey 2016....

SD43 is pleased to be able to provide students with access to Microsoft Office 365 for Education to support the ability to create, upload, store, and share learning document from school and home as part of classroom assignments. All students have received forms which are to be returned as soon as...

Breakfast is now being served daily from 8-8:30 a.m. except Tuesdays (8:30-8:50 a.m.) in the cafeteria. Buy a reusable mug for $1 or bring your own and get hot chocolate for $1. Two pieces of toast is $0.50. Start your day off right and connect with Monica, some new friends and...

The BC School Fruit and Vegetable Program is now at Citadel. Once or twice month, fresh BC grown fruits or vegetables are brought to our classes. If you do not want your child to participate, please complete the attached form and return it to Ms Jung at the office. For more...

Student verification forms and immunization forms (most grade 6s) and various forms have gone home. Please complete them and return them as quickly as possible to your child's core teacher. Many of the forms may also be completed on-line under "Parent eForms" Good luck!
You will need the following information:
Mrs....

This year's Action Plan for Learning is now complete. Our two goals this year were Numeracy and Literacy. Look under "About Citadel" and click on the appropriate link to read and understand about why we have these two goals, how we fared this year and how we plan to move forward!...

Playland forms for grade 8 students have gone home. Please look for the forms so that you can return them completed by June 12th with payment. This is a regular day of instructions and all students who are unable to attend are to report to school.

Thank you to parents for sending completed forms and $18 for the school-wide field trip taking place on May 26th. We appreciate the volunteer support we received as we work to make this day memorable for all. French Canadian culture is an important part of Canadian culture. Students who are unable...

The Tri-City News features our very own Renee Boldut who is raising awareness on National Child and Youth Mental Health Day! She is aiming to lessen the stigma around mental health and eating disorders! Join her and Citadel's youth this Thursday as we learn, celebrate, share and walk in recognition of...

Please take 10 minutes to fill out this important satisfaction survey from the Ministry of Education and our school district. It's always a great idea to let your voice be heard.
https://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/sat_survey/access.htm
(Look below the parent log in section for a direct log in without a username and password.)

Are you in grade six? Looking for something fun to do after school once a week? Game On! is a group mentoring program through Big Brothers. We are extremely excited to be offering this program at our school this year. Through fun activities, games, conversation and peer support, Game On!'s goal...

This Wednesday, February 25, 2015 is Pink Shirt Day. The Peer Facilitators are encouraging everyone to wear something pink to show that we are all working together to prevent bullying in our schools, in our communities and online. Be a leader in our school community and help promote inclusion, respect, and...

If you need a leadership application or a new course selection form, there are forms outside Karen's office.
Also, if you are going to a different school, or are in a different catchment area, then you need to fill out the form for that school. There are also copies of these...

This week is REAL ACTS OF CARING week. The Peer Facilitators have set up a Kindness Pledge wall for you to make your pledge to show a real act of kindness and caring this week. ​
Of course, spreading kindness isn't just about one week, but this is your week to...

Letters went home with grade 8 students today outlining the 'shape of the day' for school tours this Thursday, February 5.
These letters have also been uploaded under "PUBLICATIONS" in the 'grade 8 to 9 transition info' folder.

Attached please find information on the upcoming iPad Evening for Parents on Tuesday, February 17th. It will be held at Winslow Centre from 6:00-7:30pm.
This free event is for parents of students who have a ministry designation and who uses, or is considering using, technology in the classroom to complete assignments...

​attention all grade 8's!!
Are you a student who:
- is always drawing, doodling, and thinking visually?
- wants to find connections between English, Social Studies, and Visual Arts?
- is interested in big ideas like freedom, identity, and independence?
- is looking to express your learning in a variety of...

Wednesday, January 28th will be the latest you can submit an order for a personalized yearbook for only $50.00. If orders are received after this date, the yearbook will not be embossed with your child's name. Order forms are in the office.

A reminder to all grade 8 students interested in Honours at Riverside, you need to get your "Intent to Write and Permission" form to Karen by this Friday, January 16th, at noon.
Also, if you weren't able to make it to the Riverside Honours Info Night, Karen also has copies of...

Just a reminder to all grade eight parents that there is an information meeting for the Riverside Honours Program Tuesday, January 13th at 7:00pm AT RIVERSIDE.
There are now 4 options for Honours: English, Socials, Science and Math. Students can apply for and write the exam for as many as they...

ATTENTION ALL GRADE 8 Students!
Are you interested in applying for HONOURS courses at Riverside? This year there will be four different course options - English, Science, Socials and Math. There is also an information night and an application form that you will need to fill out, as well as write...

Attention all grade 8 parents - this is a reminder that there is a Grade 8 Parent Info night Tuesday, January 6, at 7pm in the library. It will be a chance for you to learn about some of the unique programs and courses offered in our district. See attached for...

Christmas is around the corner and the parent committee thought it is a great opportunity to let our teachers and support staff members know how much we appreciate them!
There will be a staff luncheon on Thursday, December 18th and we need the help of our parent community.
Please see attached...

School District 43 is going Green!
“Food isn’t waste, so put it in its place”
Starting January 2015, School District No.43 (Coquitlam) is joining Municipalities, public and private organizations throughout Metro Vancouver to reduce waste in local landfills.
School District No.43 (Coquitlam) is taking action and enforcing the mandate of recycling...

There will be an important information session for parents who have children moving into secondary school for the 2015-2016 school year. Save the date for January 27, 2015 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Winslow Centre. For more information, please review the attached document. Good luck!

The Family and Individual Support Program along with SD43 Learning Services are pleased to present an information session for parents who have children with intellectual and developmental disabilities entering middle school in September 2015. The event is on Tuesday, January 20 from 6:20-8:30 p.m. Please review the attached flyer for more...

Attention all Citadelians. What are you doing to get in the Christmas mood? ​Join the Peer Facilitators this Wednesday after school in the music room to watch the classic Christmas movie, Home Alone Two. The movie is completely free. Pop and popcorn will be sold for a dollar at the concession....

Please review the attached document for detailed information about the various programs offered at the secondary level for students in School District 43 (Coquitlam). More information will be provided as schools begin to look ahead to the next school year and plan for a smooth transition for students into their programs...

A few weeks ago, a link was shared about how to incorporate Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) into family life outside of school. This time, try this link about how to incorporate SEL in an academic way into your daily lives as the holiday season pace picks up! What better way...

Attention all students. Marshmallow Mondays are back! Come in from the cold, and enjoy a hot cup of cocoa covered with marshmallows. The Peer Facilitators will be serving it up in the mornings from 8:00 until 8:30 and again at Nut Break for the following three Mondays. Cost is one dollar...

At the recent PAC meeting, a link was shared for parents on talking about Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) with our children. Please check out this link that highlights the 5 competencies of SEL and simple tips and suggestions for taking action as a family. Do you know what an "Affirmation...

A special thank you to all parents and famliies that were able to make it out to our Interview event as well as our Open House event tonight. It was a pleasure having friends and family within the building discussing supportive ways to move student learning forward!

This is a reminder to parents to call the school and book an interview time with your child's teacher. Students will be dismissed early at 1:50 p.m. and interviews will run from 2-5 p.m. followed by an Open House from 6-7:30 p.m. starting in the gym. See you at the school!...

Karen Kelt, PAC President, would like to invite parents to attend a presentation by the SSFS (South Side Family of Schools) featuring Don Lasell, at Riverside Secondary from 6:45-8:30 p.m. ($5 single/$8 couple) on November 20, 2014. Please see the attached flyer for more information. See you there!

Looking for something to do after school today? Come and watch Caroline! The Peer Facilitators are putting on this after school movie for staff and students. The movie is completely free. There will be pop and popcorn at the concession. Show starts at 3:15 and will be over by 5:00. See...

Don't forget - This Wednesday after school, the Peer Facilitators will be showing the movie "Coraline". The movie is absolutely FREE and open to all Citadel students and staff. Pop and popcorn will be sold at the concession with all proceeds going to future Peer Facilitator events.
The show starts at...

Do you like movies? Do you like pop and popcorn? If you're looking for something to do after school next week, come check out the Peer Facilitator's first of many AFTER SCHOOL MOVIE's for Citadel students.
In the spirit of Hallowe'en (and based on student input), we will be showing CORALINE...

A reminder to grade 7 boys involved in the GAME ON program, it starts today! Please meet in room 102 immediately after school.
Also a reminder to all girls participating in GO GIRLS, it also starts today. Please meet in room 109 after school.

Who are this week's EXTREME ELEMENTS?
Drum roll please...
Congratulations to Dante Pecchia of Team WATER and Danny Yu of Team AIR. You are this week's EXTREME ELEMENTS! Please see Karen at Nut Break or Lunch to get your award.​

It is that time again when we are challenged to design a creative, expressive and meaningful Yearbook cover. The theme this year is "Citadel Turns 20".
Pick up a criteria sheet from the office, or check with your core teacher.
Entries are due Monday, October 27th, 2014. All entries will be...

​Attention all students. Do you think you are an EXTREME ELEMENT? Do you have what it takes to be nominated for this award? Get caught in the act of being an EXTREME ELEMENT, and you will get your name put in a draw for weekly prizes. Also, all weekly winners will...

We are so excited about finally being able to offer this Big Brother sponsored and run program at our school.
If you're a grade seven guy interested in participating in the 8 week after school GAME ON program, see Karen and get your forms in ASAP. There are only two spots...

The first Citadel PAC meeting of the year is coming up on Monday, October 20th and we'd love to see you there! Please join us at 7pm in the school library for coffee and a casual, informative meeting on what is happening in our school. Mrs. Speight and our new Vice...

There will be an information session on Tuesday in the main foyer for all students in all grades interested in field hockey. We will be establishing our game schedule for 5 on 5 play on Fridays as well as practices at a new time. Come meet our new coach!

Attention all students: Do you have some great ideas for events or projects to do at Citadel? Do you enjoy contributing positively to people around you? Would you like to be a LEADER in creating a fun and welcoming school community? If so, then consider becoming a PEER FACILITATOR. Join this...

We are looking forward to welcoming students, families, support staff and teachers back to school on Monday, September 22 nd , 2014.
Please look under “Publications” on our website for some information regarding opening day procedures.
Should you have specific questions, please contact Mrs. Speight (Principal) or Ms. Jung (Vice Principal)...

Wow! Who knew that giving our students the opportunity to choose a music elective would generate such excitement?
If you have not already done so, please complete the attched form and submit it to school asap to ensure that your son/daughter will be able to participate in the course of their...

Any Grade 8 student that has not yet handed in their permission form and $15.00, please do so as soon as possible. Citadel PAC requires the guest information.
Forms are available in the office if you require one.

A reminder to all students in grade 6 and 7, if you are interested in attending the full day Peer Mediation training with other middle school students in the district on June 5, see Karen asap. There are limited spaces available. If you have already picked up a form, hand it...

Anyone interested in joining the district mountain biking team should see Karen in the counselling area for further details, or - grab an information sheet from outside her office.
Rides begin April 30!!

DON'T FORGET - TODAY AFTER SCHOOL - The Peer Facilitators are bringing you another FREE movie event. "Now You See Me" is showing from 3pm - 5pm in the music room. Pop and popcorn will be sold at concession. All students welcome.

​The "Love is LOUDER than Bullying" shirts are IN! Peer Facilitators will be coming around Monday, block seven, to hand out the shirts. If any students are away, tell them to come see Karen to get their shirts any time after block seven on Monday.

Attention all grade 8's​: Staff and students from the Jumpstart Secondary Program at Gleneagle will be presenting tomorrow (Wednesday January 29) at lunch in the library. Bring your lunch. Don't miss this opportunity to find out more about this unique Fine Arts program option for grade 9.

Attention all grade 8 students and their families. There is a hard copy of important upcoming dates regarding secondary programs posted on the STORM BOARD. Karen and your teachers also have copies. If you would like your own copy, visit the "grade 8 info" section of the Citadel counselling website. Parents...

An event organized by BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services in partnership with the Vancouver Canucks.
It is a free, one-day workshop for youth (13-18) in BC to learn about mental health and engage in fun activities and thoughtful dialogue . Balancing Our Minds 2014: Tools for Youth Wellness will...

Attention all Grade 8 students: There will be an information session on the Inquiry Hub program next Monday, January 13, at lunch in the library. Bring your lunch. The Inquiry Hub is a Secondary Program option for students who share a passion for knowing and investigation and have an interest in...

Attention all Citadelians! On Tuesday, December 17, after school, the Peer Facilitators ​will be showing a FREE movie for all Citadel students. You will also be able to by popcorn and pop to enjoy with the show. "The Nightmare Before Christmas" will start promptly after school in the music room at...

Any grade 7 or 8 interested in training to become Citadel Peer Facilitators, otherwise known as Storm Patrol, should attend a brief meeting at lunch this Tuesday in room 109. See Karen Leeden, counsellor, if you are interested but cannot make the meeting.

Attention all grade 7 and 8 students! This year's training for new STORM PATROL recruits begins on October 8th. If you are interested in becoming a part of this growing group of amazing students, pick up an application form from outside Karen Leeden's office (in counselling area), or print off the...

​My Terry Fox Memory is from the year that Mrs Fox came to the school I was working at to say thank you for remembering Terry and continuing his legacy in the community. She was so happy that all the students and staff took such pride in running and raising money...

There will be a Red Cross Babysitting Course held at Citadel on Friday, September 20th, 2013 (Pro D Day) from 8:30am-2:30pm. Cost is $63.00 total.
You can register online, or registration forms are available on the front bulletin board or from Renee, our Youth Worker.
Register early, don't miss out!

ALL Choir students should attend our FINAL PRACTICE of the year at lunch on Monday, June 10th. The concert is on June 11th and it is extremely important that everyone attend the Monday lunch rehearsal.

Attention all students. Look out for Citadel's new STORM PATROL during NUT break and lunch. STORM PATROL is a group of students that will be available to help other students with just about anything. Just come ask us! You will know it's us by our light blue shirts with our logo...

Congratulations to the Grade 7 Badminton Team for an amazing performance at the District Tournament held at Moody Middle School last night. We had a boys and girls pair who finished in the top 4 in their respective categories.
Mr. Pather and Ms. Evans would like to thank the entire team...

There is a little less than 2 weeks until the final music concert of the year. There are only 2 Wednesday practices left! All choir students should plan to attend lunch and afterschool rehearsals the first week of June. Isabelle Trainor, Hira Lalani, Jenna W., Sarah McCrady, Yinling, Jamie Son, Jessica...

Are you ready to do the Du? It's only 4 sleeps away. Whether you are participating as a team or individual it is time to plan your superhero costume and prep those bikes. Check brakes, air pressure and don't forget all superhero's wear helmets. Only 4 more sleeps!

Our team was amazing last night at the District Grade 8 Tournament held at Moody Middle. Notable mentions go to Anson Wu and Clarence Liu who placed second overall for boys. The pairs of Cynthia Wang, Wendy Feng and Mitche Frers and Mindy Wu also made the semi-finals in the girls...

Choir students, chocolate fondue and singing too. Because there is no school on Monday or Tuesday, Wednesday will be the only rehearsal this week. Please make every effort to come on Wednesday afterschool! Solos / duets to be confirmed.

Reminder to Grade 8's that our tournament is on Wednesday May 22nd. We have an early dismissal on this day for 2:30. Please meet in front of the office on time and in strip. Team Roster has been posted on Mr. Pather's door.

Thank you all coaches and parents that help at the district track and field meet yesterday. Our team demonstrated great sportsmanship and team spirit throughout the day. Please return your jerseys to Mr. Raz a.s.a.p. It does not need to be washed.

There will be one final practice session for the GAUSS math contest on Wednesday this week. A reminder that students who have not yet attended two sessions, need to do so. Please bring your pencil and calculators.

No practice on Tuesday. Grade 7's going to the District Tournament Tuesday at Moody Middle are asked to get an early dismissal and meet outside the office at 2:30 to arrange rides. Team roster is posted on the door to Mr. Pather's room.

Just a reminder to all track and field athletes competing at the district championships next Wednesday, make sure you check the list outside room 206 for your events. You must pick up a district permission form from Mr. Raz at nutrition break and return it to him by tomorrow (Friday). If...

The library will be closed at lunch today (Thursday) for a Battle of the Books celebration, sorry for the inconvenience. BoB students, please bring yourselves and your money to Ms. Percevault in the library.

A reminder to all track and field athletes; please check the list outside room 206 today at nutrition break today to see if you made the team for the district championships. If you made the team, you will need to pick up a permission form from Mr. Rasmussen in room 206...

Congratulations to our track and field athletes that participated at the mini meet yesterday at Minnekhada. If you signed out a track jersey, please keep it until after the districts. Your coach will be selecting district teams over the next few days. On May 8th, the district team will be posted...

Practice session for GAUSS math contest will be on Thursday this week in the library at lunch. Please bring your lunch, calculator and pencil with you. Remember that in order to take the contest, you must come to at least two sessions. Please see Ms. Percevault if you have a conflict...

Our Championship Odyssey of the Mind Team is raising funds to attend the World Championships in Michigan after winning gold at the Provincials for the third time in a row! Well done team! They are holding a bottle drive on Saturday May 4th from 9:00-3:00 at Castle Park Elementary School, so...

Our PAC fund-raiser clothing drive drop-off for the grade 8 leaving ceremony is tomorrow, from 7:30-9:00 a.m. We are accepting donations of gently used clothing and household items (see complete list in Publications), and request whenever possible that full garbage bags be dropped off, to the front of the school. We...

A reminder to all track and field participants; If you are attending the meet today at Maple Creek, you need to meet in the cafeteria at 2:50 p.m. for rides. Make sure you are in proper P.E. strip before 2:50 p.m.

GAUSS math participants! Practice sessions begin this week. Our first session will be Wednesday (today) at lunch in the library. Please bring your lunches, pencil and calculator with you. Our next sessions will be on Thursdays until the contest date. More details will be available at our first meeting.

ALL choir students please come to the Music room at lunch Monday and Tuesday so that we can prepare for the Talent Show on Thursday. It is important that all members be there. Special reminders to: Yinling Chan, Hira Lalani, Sarah McCrady, Isabelle Trainor, Kelsey Vance, Jenna W, Vivian, Steffanie Garrett,...

Attention all students: Do you mountain bike? Are you looking to increase your biking skills? OR, have you always wanted to give it a try?
Citadel is starting up its very own Mountain Bike Team that will include trips to Burke Mountain, Burnaby Mountain and Heritage Woods. You don't have to...

Further to our recent announcement about the PAC clothing drive fundraiser on Wednesday, April 24th for our grade 8 Leaving Ceremony, please see the notice in our Publications section. There you will find a complete list of all items being accepted, including household goods, toys, games, electronics, and many other items....

The Talent show auditions continue today with Jamie Son performing at lunch time and David Rathjeen and Tobby Guan playing after school. Joey Silas and company remember you "Song of Time" tomorrow at lunch booked!

May 15th is the day to write the Gauss Math contest. There will be practice sessions announced next week. Students wanting to participate should speak to their Math teacher or sign-up with Mrs. Elie by Friday, April 12th.

Our PAC is organizing a Clothing Drive on Wednesday, April 24th in support of the Grade 8 Leaving Ceremony. Students can pick up empty bags from their teacher, and full bags may be dropped off before school on the 24 th starting at 7:30 a.m., with pickup by the Developmental Disabilities...

On Tuesday we have talent show auditions! During Lunch is Thomas and David. And after school is Chiku Ngosi. Meet in the Band room. If you missed your morning time Bennet, try and join one of these two time slots.

Today there are three talent show auditions running. Sarah Hughes has the lunch time slot and after school Karolina Chambers and Aiden Shulmeister are performining. This is a reminder to Sarah, Karolina and Aiden that they have a Talent show audition today!

Book club will resume this week for students who are interested in meeting, reading and discussing books. Join us in the library at lunch in the couch area on Wednesdays. Bring your lunch with you and get ready to discover some wonderful new books!

Attention choir students, remember there is a choir practice after school today in the music room if you missed yesterday's practice. There are only 4 afterschool practices until we perform on April 25th.

Our contenders: Andrew Yun, Tim Song and Karolina Chambers duked it out last night in Port Moody against some phenomenal teams. Unfortunately they missed advancing to the final round by two points. It has been a hard-fought journey and we will look forward to competing again in next year's event.

(said with great enthusiasm!) WOWIE! When you see a member of your Citadel grade 7 girls basketball team - tell them CONGRATULATIONS! They played their best game of the season at Districts Tuesday afternoon. You should be really proud of the grit & determination you showed yesterday and your growth over...

Happy First LiTerrific Day at Citadel!
You will be watching a terrific keynote this morning and taking part in workshops to celebrate literacy in all its variety.
Ms. Percevault would like to congratulate all students who submitted bookmarks druing our school-wide reading event. Today you will all be receiving a bookmark...

Our student team will be heading out at the end of the day to duke it out with other middle schools from our district to become the champions in our District Battle of the Books. Please wish Kaiser Lee, Tim Song, and Andrew Yun good-luck as they represent Citadel!

Grade 7 girls basketball...please stop by Ms Lewis's room (107) at Nutrition Break to confirm drivers for tomorrow's tournament.
Also WE ARE PRACTICING AT LUNCH TODAY!!! Please meet in the gym promptly at 12:10.

Lost and Found items will be placed on display in our Lobby this week. Students are encouraged to check for any of their lost items before Friday, following which unclaimed items will be donated to charity.

Attention fans of reading! Citadel will have 3 authors from the popular Seven the Series visiting on the evening of Tuesday March 12th. If you would like to meet and hear from Eric Walters, Sigmund Brouwer and John Wilson see Ms. Percevault for details or look on the bulletin boards in...

This is a reminder to our grade 6 students that if they have not yet obtiained their Stay Active card, they can still do so in time to use the card over Spring Break. The application form is in our documents section.

Students are reminded that if they wish to take the Red Cross babysitting course at Citadel starting Friday April 19th, they need to register asap. See our Youth Worker Ilona for a registration form, or look in our Publications section.

If you are in the Skating/me-n-ed's/bowling club day, you must give Mr. Raz or Mr. Pather your permission form today at nutrition break. We still need one or two parent drivers. Please let Mr. Raz know if your parent can drive by the end of today.

We will be having Eric Walters as our visiting author on LiTerrifc Day next week. His books are now available for sale in the library. If you are interested in buying a book to be autographed come take a look at some great titles. If you have taken a book by...

Congratulations to our wrestling team that finished fourth overall at the district championships yesterday. Our top three finishers included: first place to Brett Ginac and Braeden Vader, second place to William Vader, Chad Deugau and Nicholas Wu, third place to Josh London and Amy Veigh. Pleasae remember to return your boots...

We are pleased to invite our Citadel community to an evening presentation by two of Canada's best authors of young adult fiction, Eric Walters and Sigmund Brouwer. The event is free, and will be held on Tuesday, March 12th from 7-8:15 p.m. Further information including how to RSVP can be found...

Do you have old kids supplies, clothes, or toys that you are wanting to sell? Are you wanting to help create a positive change in the world? Do you want your kids to have fun at the same time?
For the second year in a row, Gleneagle Secondary students are hosting...

It was a definite nail-biter in Citadel's gym yesterday! Your grade 7 girls basketball team showed serious grit & determination as they played Summit Middle School. The skills they demonstrated...wowie! Congratulations, girls, on an awesome game!
Reminder of Monday's after school practice and Tuesday's wrap-up.

Attention Battle competitors! The elimination games begin today in the library. Please check the library door for your battle time. Reminder that we will start promptly and a no-show can result in disqualification. Any students who wish to come watch the competition is welcome! The library will still be open at...

For students of all grades who are participating in public speeches to qualify for the Districts, please come to the library at nut. break today for a quick meeting regarding procedures for the presentations over the next two days. All formal speech students, a quick meeting at nut. break in the...

Please see the letter in our Publications section regarding an upcoming Code Red lockdown drill to be held at Citadel Middle School in conjunction with the Coquitlam RCMP. The letter also includes informatiion about the nature and type of lockdown drills in our School District; should you wish further information, we...

The Southside Family of Schools proudly presents Dr. Nancy Perry on "Supporting School Success: helping children develop independent and effective approaches to learning", on Thursday March 14th, 6:45-8:30 pm at Kilmer Elementary School. For further information on cost and registration details, plese see the notice in our Publications section.

Give a big "AWESOME JOB!!!" to your grade 7 girls basketball team that controlled and won their game against Pitt River yesterday!!! Congratulations!
Girls, your coaches are very proud of the defense, good sportsmanship & persistence - well done!!!!! Reminder of Friday's 7:40a practice.

This is a reminder to all students that you need to return your club day permission slips and any necessary money. If you have not brought submitted yours yet, please remember to do so when you are here with your parent during Student Led Conferences.

A course on effective parenting of teens 11-17 is being offered at Gleneagle Secondary beginning in April. The cost is $20 for the parent workbook. Please see the notice in our Publications section for further details.

Give your Citadel Grade 7 girls basketball team high fives today. They played hard and aggressively against a tough Minnekhada team. Way to show your toughness girls!!! Team...see you FRIDAY morning at 7:30 for practice!!!

We have put all items from our Lost and Found bin on display in the lobby. Students are encouraged to claim any of their items before the end of the week, at which time unclaimed items will be donated to charity.

The Coquitlam School District is seeking parent input into the draft school calendar for 2013-2014, attached, and in our Publications section. You can access the survey using the following link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2013-2014SchoolCalendar
The survey will remain open until 4:30 pm, February 22, 2013 .

All wrestlers attending the meet today at Maple Creek must go to room 206 at nut break to receive your weight and pick up your wrestling boots. Please meet immediately after school in Mr. Raz's room for rides.

There is an iPad Information event on Feb. 27th at 6 p.m. at Como Lake Middle School for parents who have purchased an iPad, are considering one, or who are looking for ideas to help their child experience more success at school. For more information see the poster in our Publications...

School District #43 is participating in the 2013 Ministry of Education Electronic Anonymous Satisfaction Survey Project in cooperation with all other school districts throughout the Province. Letters will be going home with all grade 7 students this week regarding the surveys, containing personalized codes for online survey completion.
Parents/Guardians can complete...

The Tri-Cities Joint Family Court and Youth Justice Committee has scheduled a series of presentations on bullying prevention, beginning January 24th. For more information see the poster in our Publications section, or email bullyingitendswithyou@gmail.com
...

Attention grade 8 students and parents: The Inquiry Hub Secondary School is holding an information session on Tues., Jan 22nd from 6 pm - 7:30 pm. at Millside Centre, 1432 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam. Information on the Inquiry Hub will be shared, including the philosophy and benefits of the inquiry model of...

Students age 13-18 are invited to design a t-shirt to celebrate the City of Port Coquitlam's 100th birthday. If your design is chosen, you will win a $200 honorarium! See details in the attached poster, or under our Publications section. The deadline is January 31st.

The district decision to close needs to occur by 6:30 a.m. so that families can plan and make alternate arrangements should schools be closed. While the District tries to make the best decision with the information we have the weather changes quickly for the worse or for the better.
Schools are...

Calling all Battle Teams! There will be a quick information meeting regarding Battle details today (Thursday) at lunch. Please bring your lunch with you. If you cannot attend, please make sure at least one member of your team is present. Anyone wishing to join Battle may still do so as teams...

We have added two new publications to our Home Page. The first is on upcoming secondary transition events and information meetings for all secondary schools in our District. The second is a summary of secondary opportunities students may wish to consider. For additonal information on anything listed in these doscuments, please...

Closure of Schools for Extreme Weather Conditions
In the case of extreme weather conditions such as ice, wind and/or excessive snowfall, the Superintendent of Schools has authority on behalf of the Board, to temporarily close a school.
As a general expectation, parents should assume that schools are open. If parents believe...

We wish to express our shock and sadness at the tragic event in Connecticut today. The link below will take you to the School District Annnouncement in this regard. We have also included in our Publications section a copy of the BC Ministry of Education document on helping children deal with...

We will be having author Roland Smith visit our school this Thursday. In preparation for the arrival of this exciting writer, Ms. Percevault will have some of his books on sale in the library. He is the author of well-known books such as Shatterproof from the 39 Clues, Peak, and Elephant...

Reminder: Music students come in concert dress for today's dress rehearsal and tonight's concert. Music students should come to the gym after REACH. Be sure to communicate with your classroom teacher. For tonight's concert: Call time for band students is 6:15pm. Call time for choir students is 6:45pm.

The Scholastic Winter Book Fair is coming to Citadel. Come to the library at lunch and after school next Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday to find some great reads! There will be books, posters, and other goodies. Find a perfect Christmas present for your family. There will be an evening opening Tuesday...

Citadel is proud to support the Terry Fox leadership anti-bullying project with the sale of the depicted t-shirts. The t-shirts are $10 including tax, and all students will receive an order form to take home. A copy of the order form is also in our Publications section. Orders may be placed...

The Battle of the Books is coming! This is a competition for book lovers! If you are interested in reading a variety of great books and want to duke it out in a trivia competition to go to the finals against other middle schools in our district, then come sign-up. See...

The Southside Family of Schools are joining together to raise funds to purchase and install a bench dedicated to the memory of Amanda Todd in Settler’s Park adjacent to Hazel Trembath Elementary school, in accordance with the wishes of the family. Donations will be collected in our school office until Friday,...

If you orders a poinsettia, please come to the school on Tuesday, November 27th for pick up from 8:30 - 10:45. Thank you to those who participated in this fundraiser. We managed to raise almost $200 for Citadel's Music Program.

Congratulations ladies! A 2nd place finish at Districts is something to be proud of!! Undefeated until the championship game. An unbelievable display of skill, teamwork and enthusiasm. Thank you for an amazing season! Stay tuned for wrap-up date and time.

If you are interested in being a part of the book fair crew in helping to plan and run our upcoming book fair in December, please come to the library and pick-up an application form. All forms must be returned to Ms. Percevault by Wednesday Nov. 14th. There will be a...

Wednesday Choir students, remember there is a practice afterschool today. We will be performing a song in the Remembrance Day assembly tomorrow. Remember concert dress (all black) and rehearsal in blocks 1 & 2 Thursday.

As Remembrance Day approaches, students are reminded to reflect on the fact that many lives were sacrificed in support of freedom and our way of life. We ask that you bring a small donation to class in support of our many veterans. Money donated will go directly to the Legion.

In view of the fact that winter is fast approaching, the amount of daylight we are experiencing seems to be getting ever so much shorter. As an issue of safety, students should leave the building once they are finished with classes and go straight home.

Please remember to see a music student or order online. This annual fundraiser helps to support our music program. Many people but poinsettia's to celebrate the holiday season. Consider buying your poinsettia through Citadel. Orders must be placed by November 13th. Here is the link: http://citadelmiddle.plants4nonprofit.com/

There are only 18 spots left on the last bus to Whistler. There have been many students who have pick up forms from the office over the last week, but have not returned them yet. If you still need a form, you can get one at the office.

We still have 21 spots left on the third bus. If you want to go please turn in your forms to Mr. Shong. If you need a form, please get one from the office. Let's try to fill up this bus so that everybody who wants to go will be able...

The girls ended their season yesterday at Moody Middle at the playoffs. The team played well and the highlight of the tournament was their one point loss in the final seconds to Minnekhada. It was a very exciting game. Great season girls. Reminder, we will have a meeting Thursday at Nut...

The grade 7 girls volleyball team played Summit last night in their last game of the regular season. they won 5 of their 8 games and played very well. Great job girls! The team heads to Moody Middle Monday for playoffs, wish them good luck when you see them.

Mr. Shong will start to collect your forms and payment starting today at lunch in front of his room (Room 224). Please make sure you have all the forms (3 in Total) completely filled out along with your cheque. If you missed the meeting and did not get a form, please...

Any students interested in going to Whister to ski and snowboard for club day, please attend an important meeting on Tuesday at 12:15 in the muisc room. This trip is open to all students, even if you have never ever skied or snowboarded before. This is an excellent oppertunity to go...

In celebration of National School Library Month, we are participating in the Drop Everything and Read Challenge. Schools across the province are joining together and at 11am this morning staff and students will all be stopping what they are doing to read for 20 mins. Last year over 120 000 people...

Congratulations Citadel, we ended up raising almost $3800 for Terry Fox and cancer research this year.
It was a close run for the top class with Ms. Wiest's class squeaking by Mr. Pather's and raising $661. Mr Robinson made a run for it and raised $587.
There was also a close...

Due to parent-teacher interviews, there will be no choir practice this week afterschool. Be sure to come next week to choir on Monday and Tuesday at lunch or Wednesday afterschool. Concert dates are coming soon!

Students interested in participating in the district middle school honour choir must contact Mrs. Elie by October 17th. The rehearsal times are afterschool at Montgomery Middle from 4:00-5:30 00pm. First rehearsal is October 24t h. The concert is November 21st. Please see Mrs. Elie for details.

We would like to remind students of appropriate Hallowe'en costumes in view of our upcoming Spirit Assembly and dance on October 31st. Please remember that costumes with weqpons are pronibited, and we have a special focus this year on prohibiting any costume that denigrates or sexualizes children. In our Publications section...

Castle Park has been accepted as a contestant in the Aviva Community Fund contest,as they try to raise money for a fully-accessible Play For All Playground at their school. You can help them fundraise in two ways: (and see Walking Club letter under Publications)
1. visit http://www.avivacommunityfund.org/ideas/acf13628 . Register,...

Our TEAL Shirt leaders (TEAL = Together, Encouraging and Accepting Leaders) are once again sponsoring this campaign to collect non-perishable food items for our local food bank.
The campaign will begin on October 9 th , following our Thanksgiving Weekend and runs through (and including) October 31 st .
Students are...

The Southside Family of Schools Parent Education Committee has arranged for Don Lasell, a registered clinical counsellor, to speak on anxiety and self-eseem in children on Monday Oct. 29th from 6:45-8:00 p.m. at Castle Park Elementary School. See the flyer under our Publications section for information on how to register.

Check our Publications section for information on the screening on Wednesday, Oct. 24th of an anti-bullying documentary put on by the Joint Family Court and Youth Justice Committee in partnership with the Canadian Red Cross. The screening, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Terry Fox Theatre, is open to both students and parents;...

Interim Reports have been delayed slightly, and will be going home on Friday, Oct. 12th. We invite all parents to contact our office to book a parent-teacher conference for Wednesday, Oct. 17 between 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Conferences are 15 mins. long, and students will be dismissed at 1:50 p.m....

Congratulations to the grade 7 girls volleball team for playing their first games of the season. The girls played well against cross town rivals Kwayquitlam and tied the home team. 4 games to 4. Their serves were fantastic yesterday afternoon. Congrats girls and we practice Thursday morning.

Please go to our PAC page for information about the District Parent Advisory Council Parent Orientation evening from 6:30-9:00 p.m.on Thursday, Oct. 11/12. The keynote speaker is Jesse Miller, who will give a presentation on social media and multi-media communication entitled "Mediated Reality- Two Lives.

Tomorrow Junior band is having a special lunch time Session in our instrument sections. Pro Musicians will be here to give you small group lessons. Full instructions will come tomorrow in our reheasal. Make sure you have your instruments tomorrow!

Attention singers! Choir practice Monday and Tuesday at lunch in the Music Room. You can still sign-up so come and join the fun. If you cannot come at lunch, please come Wednesday afterschool from 3:00-3:30 in the Music Room.

Are you an avid reader? Do you love being the first to find out about new books? Do you like sharing your thoughts on a great story? If you would like to be a part of Citadel's book club and be part of a group of students who want to share...

Be sure to check our Publications section for information on a PAC Family Portrait fund-raiser in support of the grade 8 Leaving Ceremony. Sittings begin Saturday Oct. 13, so book your sitting soon. Thanks for supporting Citadel!

Due to a shortage of staff, Public Health nurses were unable to complete all grade 6 immunizations as scheduled today, and so will be returning to the school to complete the immunizations on Thursday, Oct.4/12 at 9:00 a.m. Any students who did not get immunized as planned, who were away, or...

Senior Band rehersals start THIS week. Senior band starts on Thursday and is every Monday and Thursday. Junior band is held on Tuesday and Friday. Remember our Instrument Rental night, is tonight, and then our first regular rehersal's will start next Tuesday.

Tomorrow at 530 is our insturment rental night. Beginning Band students and renting advanced students looking to rent a new insturment have a chance for woodwind and brass insturment demonstrations and tips from professional musicians. The evening starts at 530 tuesday night and is held here at Citadel. See you there...

Reminder that Tuesday night is our Insturment Rental Night here at citadel. Beginner band students and returning Senior band students have a chance to see all the winds and brass insturments demonstrated, and have a chance at our first lesson. Tomorrow night at 5:30 is the start the time. See you...

Attention singers and vocalists at Citadel! Choir begins next week. You may pick up the Choir sign up sheets in the Office or see Mrs Elie in Room 219. Remember, you may come either at lunch or afterschool.